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Open-Rank Professor in Supply Chain Management

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University Park, PAFull-timeSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
University Park, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Doctorate

Job overview

The Supply Chain & Information Systems Department at Penn State’s Smeal College of Business invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track professor position starting in Fall 2027. The department seeks candidates with supply chain management expertise, particularly business logistics, and a commitment to research and teaching excellence. Faculty maintain an active research program, teach undergraduate and graduate students, supervise graduate students, and participate in service.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Supply Chain ManagementBusiness LogisticsResearchTeaching

Qualifications

PhD in Supply Chain Management or Related FieldHigh-Quality Research RecordHigh-Quality Teaching RecordHigh-Quality Journal PublicationsSignificant Field Impact

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 1. CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. 2. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. 3. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS The S upply Chain & Information Systems (SCIS) Department of the Smeal College of Business at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA) invites applications tenure-track position s at the open rank professor level for a Fall 202 7 start date . Salary is competitive. Candidates must have a PhD degree in supply chain management or related field by the appointment start date . Those who are in the final stages of completing a PhD program will be considered for appointments as an Assistant Professor. A strong commitment to research and teaching excellence is expected . Candidates at the Associate or Full Professor level should have a demonstrated record of high-quality research and teaching commensurate with rank, as well as a sufficient number of publications in high-quality journals and a demonstrated significant impact of their work on the field. Faculty members are expected to maintain an active research program, perform undergraduate and graduate teaching, supervise graduate students, and engage in service activities. The SCIS Department comprises a vibrant, research-active faculty with research and teaching interests that traverse the end-to-end supply chain and includes business logistics , sourcing, manufacturing, and service operations. The department offers degree programs in supply chain management, business analytics & information systems, and AI and Business Transformation . We seek outstanding candidates with expertise in supply chain management with an emphasis o n business logistics that would complement the faculty with high-quality research and teaching in student-centered and collaborative learning environments. The Smeal College of Business offers a collegial working environment and excellent campus facilities. It has the Center for Supply Chain Research (www.smeal.psu.edu/cscr) which advances cutting-edge research and outreach in supply chain management. The SC&IS Department (www.smeal.psu.edu/scis) also has strong connections with the business community through various research centers that provide opportunities to interface with faculty across various disciplines within Smeal and across Penn State. For more information, please visit www.smeal.psu.edu/research-centers. Review of applications will begin approximately October 1 , 202 6 and will continue until the position is filled . For further information, please contact Autumn Knepp at adh5253@psu .edu . Applications should be submitted directly on the Penn State site and include a letter of intent, a statement of research and teaching, and a CV. Contact information for three references also should be provided . BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wel being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit ourBenefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.) CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,938 open Professor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
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  • US median$116–165K/yr788 salary ranges
  • US median$80–102/hr20 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 369 open Professor jobs in Pennsylvania and 2,938 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Professor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (355 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 1,842 of the 2,938 open Professor jobs (63%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.

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